My Style: Lace is More (Giveaway Opportunity!!!)

Today's Look:  is all about lace!  This season, lace in white, lace in pastels, and, of course, lace in black are a few of the hottest trends.  I adore this crocheted lace skirt from 9th & Elm, designed by Sugar Lips.  Quality and beauty—my favorite pairing!  Also, the skirt arrived quickly and wrapped nicely, so I was very impressed by 9th & Elm.  For the styling, I added an incredible, striped black and white crop from Nordstrom, complete with stitched daisies on the back, along with Steve Madden white platform sandals.  As you can tell from my sassy expressions, this pretty outfit gave me confidence and loads of attitude.  And for my lovely readers, 9th & Elm is offering five--I repeat 5--$100 gift cards as a generous giveaway.  Please enter below to win one of the $100 gift cards before the contest ends on July 8th.  I wish for you a beautiful week and I hope your summer is fantastic! Xoxo, Shelly

Outfit Details:  Skirt by Sugar Lips courtesy of 9th & Elm ❤ | Bracelet courtesy of Charlotte Russe ❤ | Nail Polish "Dating a Royal" by O.P.I. courtesy of Sunset 45 ❤ | Mascara & Eye Shadow courtesy of N°7 ❤ | Top by Chloe K from Nordstrom | Sandals from Steve Madden | Earrings & Rings from Forever 21 | Bedazzled Ring from Charming Charlie | Sunglasses from Hello Venice

Fashion Tip:  I have been searching for oversized sunglasses with the scrolled side detailing.  When I was vacationing in California recently, I finally found a pair I liked at a small shop in Venice Beach.  Adding interesting detail through a pair of sunnies is a great way to show you have style.

As mentioned above, I have an exciting giveaway opportunity for you all in which 9th & Elm (handmade and independent designs) is awarding five $100 gift cards to use on their website!  Anyone can enter through the widget below.  Contest ends July 8th.  Feel free to read more details here: http://9thelm.com/blog/500-giveaway/.

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My Style: New York Snob

Today's Look:  is all about how to make a simple sweatshirt into an essential street-style chic piece.  To start the look off, I chose a sweatshirt from Charlotte Russe (CR).  When CR sent the "New York SNOB" sweatshirt to me, it couldn't have been more perfect.  I love the city of New York with all its glamour, drama, and energy in that stylish element.  I would love to live there someday, so I enjoy repping this sweatshirt until then.  To add some color and layering, I wore a turquoise plaid button-up underneath the white and black sweatshirt.  Next, I chose faux-leather leggings and black sneaker wedges to add some edge.  Matching the brown in the plaid design in the shirt, I wore a hooded vest with brown faux-fur trim.  Finishing off the look, I accessorized with a pair of over-sized sunglasses for drama, a basic black beanie for warmth, black stud earrings, and multiple rings for that final glam factor.  

Outfit Details:  Sweatshirt courtesy of Charlotte Russe ❤, Leggings by Express at express.com, Vest at Maurices (Prescott, Arizona), Plaid top by Street Flower, Sneakers by Steve Madden at stevemadden.com, Beanie at urbanog.com, Sunglasses at Blink (Anaheim, California), Cross Ring by Forever 21 at forever21.com, Black Sparkly Ring by Silver Luxuries at Kohl's (Prescott, Arizona), Earring from Aéropostale (Tucson, Arizona), Impress Nails at Walgreens (Prescott, Arizona).  

Fashion Tip:  Adding a pop of plaid to a monochromatic outfit, not only adds color, but it also makes the look unique.  

Celebrities rockin' the faux-leather leggings trend:

Cara Delevingne        Hilary Duff        Kristen Stewart        Dakoda Fanning        Ashley Benson

My Style: Fifty Shades of Grey

Today’s Look: demonstrates simplicity at its chicest.  While visiting Los Angeles over the 3-day weekend, I enjoyed the city scene and fashion.  For a casual outing and some sightseeing, I decided to keep it classy and sophisticated.  To start the look off, I first chose the multi-shades of grey top and black skinny jeans—a perfect combination.  The top is cut shorter than the typical length and the jeans are a sleek high-waist style.  Next, I chose a sparkly, dark metal necklace, two rings, and a bracelet.  I like how the jewelry pieces add to the ensemble without being distracting.  Finishing off the look, I chose my favorite oversized, black purse and sexy, new high-heeled pumps.  

Outfit Details:  Top by Basil Lola at Basement Marketplace, Jeans by Bullhead Denim Co. at pacsun.com, Heels by Victoria’s Secret at victoriassecret.com, Purse at Sage Brush Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Necklace by Charlotte Russe at charlotterusse.com , Earrings & Silver Band Ring from Aéropostale (Tucson, Arizona), Love Ring from Earthbound Trading Co. (Flagstaff, Arizona), Sunglasses by Wet Seal at Blink (Anaheim, California), Bracelet was a gift. 

Fashion Tip:  When looking for the perfect pair of sexy pumps, it's important to really look at the design.  The first thing I look for is a sleek, thin cut.  Having a bulky or round cut is not city-chic enough for me.  The second thing I look for is a heel with a straight back.  I don’t like it when the actual heel curves in before going down to the ground.  I like it to line up with the back of the shoe.  I definitely recommend the Victoria’s Secret VS Collection Pointed-Toe Pump.  They have a similar cut to Jimmy Choo but are a fraction of the price.

Photography by Billy Stuckman

Celebrities rocking shades of grey:

Miranda Kerr         Elle Macpherson         Hilary Duff         Alexa Chung        Kim Kardashian

My Style: What a 10 Looks Like

Today's Look:  includes a sassy graphic-tee, edgy ankle-boots, and a pair of ripped skinny jeans.  To start the look off, I first chose the baseball-cut top.  The t-shirt has black quarter length sleeves and features the saying "THIS IS WHAT A 10 LOOKS LIKE."   Next, to match the tomboyish vibe of the top, I chose ripped jeans.  Now, instead of going the typical converse-and-ponytail route that many girls would, I chose to add some city chic to the look.  I chose taupe, gold-chained wedge ankle-boots, a sleek black clutch, and sharp dark sunglasses.  Finishing off the look, I wore two rings, a gold infinity bracelet, and taupe hoop earrings. 

Outfit Details:  Top & Chained Wedge Booties c/o Charlotte Russe ❤, Jeans from ae.com, Clutch at oasap.com, Sunglasses by Wet Seal at Blink (Anaheim, California), Bracelet at Dillard's (Prescott, Arizona), Earrings at Target (Prescott, Arizona), Rings from Premiere Designs Jewelry.  

Fashion Tip:  Wedge ankle boots look awesome with skinny jeans, thigh-highs, dresses, skirts and even shorts.

Wedge ankle boot links found here.

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